1. Import models

Add objects to the scene by importing model geometry.

Import models into your scene

2. Move around the scene

• To move quickly around the scene, press and hold down the Alt key. Use the left mouse button to rotate, the middle mouse button to pan, and the right mouse button to zoom.
• Press the [ key to walk around objects in discrete steps using the mouse buttons and arrow keys.
• Press the ] key to orbit around a center of interest.
• To set a new point of interest, hold down the Ctrl+Alt keys and click. Further movement is around that point.
• To toggle between orthographic views, use the ViewCube.

3. Set up the scene

Prepare the scene by applying materials, switching environments, adding behaviors and setting up alternatives.

Add ambient shadows to surfaces

Apply materials

Add lights

Set the scene environment

Set up alternatives

Set up shots

4. Present the scene

In presentation mode, you can orbit or walk around a scene, but not change it in any way. This mode is ideal for presenting concepts to managers and other colleagues, or for letting them explore on their own.

• Press the Tab key to toggle to presentation mode.
• Press the [ key to walk around objects in discrete steps using the mouse buttons and arrow keys.
• Press the ] key to orbit around a center of interest.
• To set a new point of interest, hold down the Ctrl+Alt keys and click. Further movement is around that point.

Present the scene